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Govt's fiscal stimulus package hopelessly inadequate: Chidambaram

Govt's fiscal stimulus package hopelessly inadequate: Chidambaram

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Chidambaram said the stimulus package has left several sections like the poor, migrants, farmers, labourers, workers, small shopkeepers and middle class high and dry.

Has the bubble burst? IT jobs still see low salary

Has the bubble burst? IT jobs still see low salary

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

At times of slow growth, India has seen number of graduates doubling since 2008 to almost 25 million in 2016

US court to rehear Rajat Gupta's appeal against conviction

US court to rehear Rajat Gupta's appeal against conviction

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

Rajat Gupta was convicted in 2012 of passing illegal tips about Goldman Sachs to Galleon Group founder Raj Rajaratnam.

Soccer Extras: Italian Serie A criticised for anti-racism artwork

Soccer Extras: Italian Serie A criticised for anti-racism artwork

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Italy's top-flight Serie A soccer league launched a new anti-racism campaign on Monday by presenting artwork featuring three side-by-side paintings of apes but the move has been described by campaign group Fare as a sick joke. News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

'Pink slips are a reality; deal with it'

'Pink slips are a reality; deal with it'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

No one is indispensable, says Lakshmi Murthy, chief people officer, ITM Group of Institutions.

First mover Medimix hopes to ride ayurvedic wave now

First mover Medimix hopes to ride ayurvedic wave now

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

The packaging is new and so is the way it talks to customers. Plus the brand has been extended into hair oil, shampoo and body wash, products that appeal to the young.

Mistry's ouster: How the tables turned at Bombay House

Mistry's ouster: How the tables turned at Bombay House

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

What could be the reason for this swift change in less than four years of Mistry taking charge? People in the know said it was building up. The latest trigger was Tata Power's acquisition of Welspun Renewables' solar and power assets

#LforLove: A campaign that tackles homophobia against lesbians

#LforLove: A campaign that tackles homophobia against lesbians

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

Redefining the portrayal of lesbian relationships in India.

ASK ANU: 'He blamed me for losing her'

ASK ANU: 'He blamed me for losing her'

Rediff.com16 May 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

COVID-19: Will low testing lead to lockdown extension?

COVID-19: Will low testing lead to lockdown extension?

Rediff.com10 May 2020

India's curve, yet to flatten vis-a-vis countries with similar or more conservative plans to ease restrictions, still points to 'exponential growth', despite India having tested much fewer people.

What I learnt from fighting COVID-19

What I learnt from fighting COVID-19

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

'The genetic thing is not in your control. The virulence is not known.' 'The only thing is if you can avoid it.' 'Once you get COVID-19, none of it is in your control.'

18 lakh Indians have glaucoma. Have you checked your eyes yet?

18 lakh Indians have glaucoma. Have you checked your eyes yet?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

If not treated early, it could lead to partial or full blindness.

What you must know about Mumbai's COVID-19 deaths

What you must know about Mumbai's COVID-19 deaths

Rediff.com13 May 2020

'65 per cent were males.' 'Age group of deaths: More were seen from age 51 to 70.' 'Saw some deaths from age 21 to the 40s.' 'About 76 to 77 per cent of patient deaths had some kind of a comorbidity.' 'The main comorbidities were the presence of diabetes, hypertension, some kind of heart diseases.'

'Secular parties cannot rule forever by showing fear of the BJP to Muslims'

'Secular parties cannot rule forever by showing fear of the BJP to Muslims'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

'We have finished that fear.'

Centre constitutes 5-member Telangana committee

Centre constitutes 5-member Telangana committee

Rediff.com3 Feb 2010

A Home Ministry spokesperson said the committee will hold wide-ranging consultations with all sections of people and different political parties and groups in Andhra Pradesh. The committee is headed by former Supreme Court Judge B N Srikrishna.

Despite Nano pullout, Tata still largest employer in West Bengal

Despite Nano pullout, Tata still largest employer in West Bengal

Rediff.com1 Sep 2015

In 2006-07, TCS had employed 7,000 people in the eastern states.

Secret behind the success of 90-year old Brand MTR

Secret behind the success of 90-year old Brand MTR

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

While the traditional masala portfolio continues to hold its sway, the brand is up against stiff competition from food delivery apps and the thriving community of restaurants that they support for its ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat fare.

'Current bull run calls for caution'

'Current bull run calls for caution'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

'It could tempt investors to pick stocks that are not fundamentally sound.'

Manipur is on fire. Does India care?

Manipur is on fire. Does India care?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

The Manipur government's plan to carve out seven new districts in the hill areas has ignited old resentments between Naga and non-Naga ethnic groups, leading to clashes and a month-long economic blockade.

Animal whisperer! She talks to animals, reads their minds

Animal whisperer! She talks to animals, reads their minds

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Mumbai-based animal communicator Akshaya Kawle shares some exciting stories and learnings from her professional journey.

Home sales dip in Mumbai, rise in NCR

Home sales dip in Mumbai, rise in NCR

Rediff.com26 Nov 2010

Difference due to pricing; up by a third in Mumbai since Jan, almost stationary in Delhi.

AFI chief warns athletes not to take banned drugs by taking advantage of COVID-19 pandemic

AFI chief warns athletes not to take banned drugs by taking advantage of COVID-19 pandemic

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

AFI President Adille Sumariwalla raised the possibility of more athletes outside the national camp taking to banned drugs and laid a lot of blame on the district and state level coaches.

Is Modi afraid of expert advice?

Is Modi afraid of expert advice?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

It is time the government cast its net wide for seeking expert advice on managing the Indian economy and formed a group to help it navigate the difficult days ahead, advises A K Bhattacharya.

How Babus did during the Pandemic: A report card

How Babus did during the Pandemic: A report card

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

The Covid pandemic has left a question mark on how the central government manages its staff.

No roadshows, ministers barred: New security guidelines for PM

No roadshows, ministers barred: New security guidelines for PM

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

No one, not even ministers and officers, should be allowed to come too close to the prime minister unless cleared by his special security, the home ministry communication said, citing an "unknown threat" to Modi.

Dear Mayank: It's my first job. Please help!

Dear Mayank: It's my first job. Please help!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

HR guru Mayank Rautela has some suggestions.

Salil Parekh: 'Infosys is building a business for the future'

Salil Parekh: 'Infosys is building a business for the future'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

With Infosys emerging out of an uncertain phase, the new management, led by CEO & MD Salil Parekh, is trying to catch up with market leaders, with the new strategy in place.

10 concerns raised against triple talaq bill

10 concerns raised against triple talaq bill

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

Women activists urged the government to withdraw the Bill from consideration in the Rajya Sabha, and review the fundamental flaws pending broad-based community consultations.

Coronavirus crisis is moving global life online

Coronavirus crisis is moving global life online

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Millions of people worldwide are having to embrace life under lockdown -- confined to their own four walls or neighbourhoods for weeks on end as countries battle to reduce the spread of the coronavirus.

Rajnath, Sitharaman, Gadkari and Maneka on govt's #MeToo panel

Rajnath, Sitharaman, Gadkari and Maneka on govt's #MeToo panel

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

The Group of Ministers will examine the existing legal and institutional frameworks for dealing with matters of sexual harassment of women at workplace and recommend action required for effective implementation of the existing provisions, as well as for strengthening the existing legal and institutional frameworks for addressing issues related to sexual harassment at workplace, the statement said.

No policy change on Kashmir, urge India-Pak to maintain calm: US

No policy change on Kashmir, urge India-Pak to maintain calm: US

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

The US said that it supports dialogue between India and Pakistan over Kashmir.

'Mobile-based social networking to drive growth'

'Mobile-based social networking to drive growth'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2009

Mobile connectivity has reached people the fastest of all technologies and the wave of mobile internet will be driven by social networking, says Jean-Laurent Poitou, MD, Accenture (electronics.

Xi offers to cooperate with India for COVID-19 vaccine

Xi offers to cooperate with India for COVID-19 vaccine

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

So far the coronavirus, which originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan, has infected more than 54 million people around the world and killed over 1.3 million others.

Allen Solly dyeing to differentiate

Allen Solly dyeing to differentiate

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

It reverses the supply chain to customise part of its line-up, but the challenge is in sustaining it.

Now, Kangana's Manikarnika faces allegations of distorting history

Now, Kangana's Manikarnika faces allegations of distorting history

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

Sarva Brahmin Mahasabha has demanded the state government to immediately stop the shooting of the Kangana Ranaut starrer Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi.

Is Yes Bank out of the woods?

Is Yes Bank out of the woods?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

'Infusion of fresh capital, handsome growth in deposits and focus on recovery should bring Yes Bank back on the growth path in the next financial year,' observes Tamal Bandyopodhyay.

Civilians in the army: 'They won't be involved in combat'

Civilians in the army: 'They won't be involved in combat'

Rediff.com18 May 2020

'Yet, in J&K even if you are not involved in active combat, you can come under enemy fire.' 'However young a soldier is, he is not immune to action.' 'He may face challenges during the course of discharging his military duties.'

SC to hear Sabarimala review pleas on Jan 22, refuses stay on verdict

SC to hear Sabarimala review pleas on Jan 22, refuses stay on verdict

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

"All the review petitions along with all pending applications will be heard in open court on 22nd January, 2019, before the appropriate Bench. We make it clear that there is no stay of the judgment and order of this Court dated 28th September, 2018 passed in Writ Petition (Civil) No.373 of 2006 (Indian Young Lawyers Association & Ors. vs. The State of Kerala & Ors)," the order said.

93% Indian employees ready to work abroad

93% Indian employees ready to work abroad

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

According to a report by consulting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers, "93 per cent Indians belonging to a demographic group called millennials are ready to work outside their home country during their career."

Indian execs paying a high price for life in the fast lane

Indian execs paying a high price for life in the fast lane

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

Experts say one in every four mental health problems is due to depression and anxiety at the workplace.